Heilbronn Research Fellowships in Pure Mathematics, Data Science, and Quantum Computing

The role

The Heilbronn Institute for Mathematical Research invites applications for Heilbronn Research Fellowships. Fellows divide their time equally between their own research and the classified research programme of the Heilbronn Institute. Research areas of interest include, but are not restricted to, Algebra, Algebraic Geometry, Combinatorics, Data Science, Number Theory, Probability, and Quantum Computing. Fellows have previously been appointed with backgrounds in most areas of Pure Mathematics and Statistics, and Mathematical/Theoretical Physics.

We expect to make up to 10 appointments at the University of Bristol, ImperialCollege London, King’s College London, UCL, and the University ofManchester. These appointments will mainly be in Pure Mathematics with up to two of the appointments at the University of Bristol in Data Science or Quantum Computing.

The salary range is £46,874 - £52,517 (or local equivalent) depending on previous experience, plus the London weighting where appropriate. There is a salary supplement of £3.5K pa, in recognition of the distinctive nature of these Fellowships. Payment of this supplement is conditional on a PhD thesis having been accepted in final form.

The positions are 3 years with fixed-term funding until 2030 with a preferred start date of 1 October 2027. Extensions of up to three years may be available, which can be held at a wider range of universities in the UK.

What will you be doing?

Fellows divide their time equally between their own research and the classified research programme of the Heilbronn Institute, thus enjoying opportunities to engage in collaborative work as well as individual projects.

Fellows join a cohort of around 50 Heilbronn Research Fellows that includes some of the leading early-career mathematicians in the UK. Expert mentoring will be provided by the host department, with a national programme of career development events overseen by our Associate Chairs, who are based in the School of Mathematics at the University of Bristol, Imperial College, and the University of Manchester.

The internal research programme is determined by the Head of HIMR in conjunction with GCHQ. Fellows are presented with a range of challenging mathematical problems and are given the facilities and support to contribute to one or more of them, frequently as part of a collaborative team.

You should apply if

Due to the nature of the Institute's work, Fellows must apply for a national security clearance at an appropriate level before appointment. Applications are open only to UK residents who are UK, or dual UK nationals: applicants are welcome to contact the Heilbronn Manager at himr-recruitment@bristol.ac.uk to discuss eligibility before applying.

The Heilbronn Institute is a supporter of the LMS Good Practice Scheme aimed at advancing women’s careers in mathematics and we particularly welcome applications from women.

Additional information

Applications will be made through mathjobs.org

Applicants will need to submit a cover letter, indicating the institutions where they prefer to hold their Fellowship from the above list of partner universities. In addition, we require a CV and a one-page statement of external research objectives over the 3 year Fellowship term. Applicants must arrange for three letters of reference to be uploaded to the mathjobs.org website, prior to the closing date.

The application deadline is 11.59pm GMT, Sunday 8th November 2026.

We anticipate holding interviews over the 11th - 14th of January 2027.

For informal queries please contact: himr-recruitment@bristol.ac.uk

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